FAA Painter

Put the Finishing Touch on Critical Aerospace Components and Launch Your Aerospace Career as an FAA Painter!

Pay Rate: $21.00/hr

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking detail-oriented and quality-focused FAA Painters to join a manufacturing team supporting aerospace production. In this role, you'll help ensure aircraft-related components receive the protective coatings and finishes necessary to meet strict quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Whether you have industrial, automotive, manufacturing, or aerospace painting experience-or are looking to grow your skills in a highly regulated environment-this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career.

What You'll Do

Surface Preparation & Painting

• Prepare parts and assemblies for painting through:

• Cleaning

• Masking

• Sanding

• Surface preparation techniques

• Apply primers, paints, and specialty coatings using spray-painting equipment

• Mix paints and coatings according to specifications and work instructions

Quality Inspection

• Inspect coated surfaces to ensure:

• Proper coverage

• Finish consistency

• Color accuracy

• Compliance with engineering specifications

• Perform touch-up and rework activities as required

Equipment & Work Area Maintenance

• Maintain paint equipment and tools in safe working condition

• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete production and quality documentation accurately

• Follow FAA, company, environmental, and safety procedures

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and production activities

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to read and follow work instructions and safety procedures

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical training, vocational education, apprenticeship, or formal training in:

• Painting

• Coatings

• Manufacturing

• Related trades

• 0-2 years of experience in:

• Industrial painting

• Aerospace manufacturing

• Automotive painting

• Production environments

• Knowledge of:

• Spray painting techniques

• Surface preparation

• Coating applications

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move materials up to 30 lbs.

• Frequent:

• Standing

• Walking

• Bending

• Reaching

• Repetitive hand movements

• Ability to wear required PPE, including:

• Respirators

• Protective clothing

• Safety equipment

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled professionals with opportunities that support growth, learning, and long-term career success.

What You'll Gain

? Competitive pay at $21/hr

? Opportunity to earn an additional $3,000 bonus

? Experience in FAA-regulated aerospace manufacturing

? Hands-on training in industrial coating and finishing processes

? Team-oriented environment focused on quality and safety

? Opportunity to develop valuable aerospace manufacturing skills

Apply Today!

If you're detail-oriented, safety-minded, and passionate about producing high-quality finishes, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial as an FAA Painter, helping deliver aerospace components that meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance.

Pay Details: $21.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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